Tea Shops in Myanmar: Micro-Institutional Functions for Rural Migrants and Women

IF 1.7 Q2 SOCIOLOGY
Societies Pub Date : 2024-08-14 DOI:10.3390/soc14080154
Zaw Lin, Joseph J. Molnar
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Lahpet-Ye-Hsain, commonly referred to as “tea shops” or teahouses, are versatile establishments that serve as both dining places and social gathering spots. These micro-institutions are fundamental to Myanmar society at the local level, playing a significant role in daily social interactions, economic activities, and political discourse. Operated as private businesses and informal meeting spots, tea shops are primarily staffed by women who serve tea and food to a predominantly male clientele at various times of the day. The size of tea shops can vary, from small snack shops to larger establishments offering a wide range of menu options. In a typical small village tea shop, customers sit on footstools around small square tables, creating a space for sharing tea and food, and exchanging ideas, opinions, problems, hopes, and aspirations. Tea shops attract a diverse range of individuals, as they are known for their inclusive nature that welcomes people from all backgrounds and walks of life, although women are often on the periphery. Historically dominated by men, we suggest that empowering women’s involvement in tea shops could positively impact their agency in other aspects of life, especially during political change. These micro-institutions serve as the initial connection point for residents in the village or neighborhood, traditionally catering to men but now increasingly broadened to women, newcomers, and young individuals exploring new opportunities.
缅甸的茶叶店:面向农村移民和妇女的微型机构功能
Lahpet-Ye-Hsain 通常被称为 "茶店 "或茶馆,是一种多功能场所,既是餐饮场所,也是社交聚会场所。这些微型机构是缅甸地方社会的基础,在日常社会交往、经济活动和政治讨论中发挥着重要作用。茶叶店既是私人企业,也是非正式的聚会场所,主要由女性员工在一天中的不同时段为以男性为主的顾客提供茶水和食物。茶店的规模大小不一,小到小吃店,大到提供多种菜单选择的茶店。在典型的乡村小茶馆里,顾客坐在脚凳上,围着小方桌,在这里分享茶水和食物,交流想法、意见、问题、希望和愿望。茶叶店以其包容性而闻名,欢迎来自各种背景和阶层的人们,尽管女性往往处于边缘地位,但茶叶店吸引着各种各样的人。茶叶店历来由男性主导,我们认为,赋予女性参与茶叶店的权力会对她们在生活其他方面的能动性产生积极影响,尤其是在政治变革期间。这些微型机构是村庄或社区居民的最初联系点,传统上以男性为服务对象,但现在越来越多地扩展到女性、新移民和寻求新机会的年轻人。
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Societies
Societies SOCIOLOGY-
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